Fire class C
Class C covers fires involving flammable gases such as natural gas, propane, butane, and hydrogen. These fires are particularly dangerous.
Wood, paper, textile fire
Wood, paper, textile fire
What is a wood, paper, textile fire?
Fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, and some plastics fall into Class A fires. These are the fires you most often see in homes, offices, and workshops. They are usually caused by a moment of carelessness, such as a candle falling over, an overloaded power strip overheating, or a cigarette that has not been properly extinguished.
These fires are spreading quickly and, if not tackled in time, can cause significant damage. Fortunately, in most cases, they can be extinguished effectively with the right equipment.
Hout, papier en textiel branden onder klasse A, wat betekent dat ze met water geblust kunnen worden.
In the event of a solid material fire, it is important to act quickly. The sooner you intervene, the greater the chance of limiting the damage. These are the most suitable extinguishing agents:
Water – Cools the fire and prevents reignition. Warning: do not use on electrical fires!
Foam – Creates a blanketing layer over the fire and prevents re-ignition. Ideal for indoor use.
Powder – Works quickly and effectively, but leaves a messy residue and can cause damage to electronic equipment.
Important: Never use water on fires involving electrical appliances or liquids. This can worsen the fire and create dangerous situations.
How to reduce the risk of fire from wood, paper or textiles
- Ensure that flammable materials are not placed too close to heat sources, such as candles, open fires, or cooking appliances.
- Use extension leads and chargers safely – overloading can lead to overheating and fire.
- Install smoke detectors and keep fire extinguishers in accessible places in case of emergency.
- Don't leave electrical appliances on unnecessarily, especially when you are going out or going to bed.
What if it goes wrong anyway?
You can only extinguish a fire if you get to it in time and the fire is still small. Are the flames growing quickly? Don't hesitate – evacuate the building and call 999 immediately.
Prevention is better than cure
Prevention is always better than cure. Flame Control helps you with complete fire safety solutions – from smoke detectors and fire extinguishers to inspections and tailored advice. This way, you can be sure you are well prepared for fires involving wood, paper or textiles. Curious if your premises are adequately protected? Feel free to contact us – we’re happy to help.
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